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This Social Studies homeschool program for grades 6-12 helps students appreciate and understand history, geography, and culture through high-interest lessons with full-color maps, illustrations, and photos and engaging activities. This homeschool package contains a hardcover Student Edition and an Interactive Online Edition, providing access to online student and teacher resources. This is a print and digital homeschool kit. Grades 9-12. From Houghton Mifflin. Learn More

From the inspiring yet straightforward words of Abraham Lincoln, the story is told of a man who went to school for no more than one year, lost two elections, and then went on to lead our nation through the hardest of times. Through vivid illustrations, speeches, writings, and memoirs, Abraham Lincoln offers readers a personal history lesson of his life in this biography which includes excerpts from his speeches, letters, and other writings, of the man who was President during the Civil War. 128 pages. Grades 3-7. Learn More

Issue your students a passport to travel the globe with this incredible series! Eight jam-packed books visit more than 50 countries from all seven continents, from North America to Australia and back again. Units feature in-depth studies of each country’s history, culture, language, foods, and so much more. Reproducible pages provide cross-curricular reinforcement and bonus content, including activities, recipes, and games. Numerous ideas for extension activities are also provided. Beautiful illustrations and photographs make students feel as if they’re halfway around the world. Perfect for any teacher looking to show off the world, this must-have series will turn every student into an accomplished globetrotter! Grades 5-9. 160 pages. Learn More

Issue your students a passport to travel the globe with this incredible series! Eight jam-packed books visit more than 50 countries from all seven continents, from North America to Australia and back again. Units feature in-depth studies of each country’s history, culture, language, foods, and so much more. Reproducible pages provide cross-curricular reinforcement and bonus content, including activities, recipes, and games. Numerous ideas for extension activities are also provided. Beautiful illustrations and photographs make students feel as if they’re halfway around the world. Perfect for any teacher looking to show off the world, this must-have series will turn every student into an accomplished globetrotter! Grades 5-9. 156 pages. Learn More

Issue your students a passport to travel the globe with this incredible series! Eight jam-packed books visit more than 50 countries from all seven continents, from North America to Australia and back again. Units feature in-depth studies of each country’s history, culture, language, foods, and so much more. Reproducible pages provide cross-curricular reinforcement and bonus content, including activities, recipes, and games. Numerous ideas for extension activities are also provided. Beautiful illustrations and photographs make students feel as if they’re halfway around the world. Perfect for any teacher looking to show off the world, this must-have series will turn every student into an accomplished globetrotter! Grades 5-9. 160 pages. Learn More

"Inside Hinduism" covers the development, spread, teachings, practices, holy days, and festivals of the oldest organized religion in the world. In addition to valuable historical and practical information, this book provides review questions, questions for discussion, key word lists, a test, and an answer key. These features facilitate student assimilation of the fundamentals of a religion practiced by an estimated 781 million people around the globe. Whether your objective is a comprehensive study of Hinduism or a simple overview, this book affords you the opportunity to easily accomplish either one. You will be delighted to observe your students' growing understanding of the rich culture and history of a religion believed to date back to prehistoric times. Grades 5-8. 48 pages. Learn More

Welcome to the fascinating world of ancient Greece—the land of city-states, powerful gods and goddesses, myths, and philosophy. Explore the glory that was Greece, the civilization where the Olympics began, and the birthplace of democracy. The activities in this book provide insight into the history, religion, customs, culture, mythology, art, life, and beliefs of ancient Greece. The eight full-color transparencies at the back of the book can be used alone or with specific activities listed in the table of contents. Grades 4-6. 32 pages. Learn More

Welcome to one of the most important societies of pre-Columbian Mesoamerica. Of the three high civilizations of this region—Olmec, Maya, and Aztec—the Aztecs were the last, flourishing during the final centuries before Hernan Cortes landed on the Gulf Coast of Mexico. The activities in this book provide insight into the history, religion, culture, art, and life of the ancient Aztecs. The eight full-color transparencies at the back of the book can be used alone or with specific activities listed in the table of contents. Grades 4-6. 46 pages. Learn More

Wonders of Old spans from 5000BC – the Present and beyond History comes alive when your student records significant historical events in his own hand. He will make connections between historical events by recording entries across academic subjects… * kingdoms * empires * rulers * scientists * literature * great writers * musicians * and so much more! It is a proven fact that completing timelines help cement historical facts for students and adults alike. A timeline can become the compilation of a student’s learning. Seeing the progression of time in the form of a timeline will allow your student to gain a better understanding of the flow of history. The truth is… many students may study the fall of Constantinople to the Ottoman Turks, the end of Hundred Years’ War between France and Britain, and the printing of the first book, the Gutenberg Bible, never realizing that these three events all happened within the same year – 1453AD. These events are seemingly unrelated and yet the use of a timeline can unlock the mystery as to why all of these events occurred within the same year. A timeline will give your student a unique perspective of time. By seeing the events of history recorded in linear progression, your students will make connections between those events in history that they might not otherwise make. Wonders of Old is divided into four historical time periods: ancient, medieval, new world and modern. Significant dates are listed at the conclusion of each section as a helpful reference. This hardcover book measures 9×12 and is printed on extra thick 70# paper for durability. Bonus CD-ROM included! The CD-ROM contains the entire Wonders of Old book in digital format so that you can print out multiple copies for additional children or extra pages to insert into your book should you run out of room on a page (doesn’t happen too often!). The CD-ROM also includes timeline category stickers that can be printed on full size sticker sheets to place within the pages of the book. Hardcover. Grades 5-12. 104 pages. From Knowledge Quest Learn More

Introduction to Classical Studies Teacher Guide to be used with "Introduction to Classical Studies Student Guide" (sold separately - Item #5111) With this guide you will discover how to teach, learn, and master the three basic stories fundamental to a classical education and provides elementary and middle-school students with an introduction to the foundations of a classical curriculum. This teacher's guide features two pages of lesson plans for each week. The first page provides the week's daily schedule with checkboxes for readings, memory work, art, and other projects if available for that week. The other page features Roman history questions (with answers) and honors work. Timeline work, Bible verse memorization, and vocabulary is also integrated. 30 units for a 30-week school year. Multiple scheduling options are discussed for families who want an alternative other than reading the three books simultaneously. 90 pages plus appendix with additional materials. 2nd Edition. Grades 3-8. Learn More

Modern history—history, that is, after the fall of Constantinople in 1453—can sometimes seem like a confusing jumble of unrelated events. As a result, many curricula needlessly avoid this exciting period of history. Memoria Press’ Famous Men of Modern Times will bring the events of the last 500 years to life. These stories provide great insight into the foundations of the modern world. Balanced and well written, with many interesting details and beautiful color illustrations, the Famous Men of Modern Times is, perhaps, Haaran and Poland’s best work yet. It covers men from all over the world—from Lorenzo the Magnificent to Count von Bismarck.

Why study history through its famous men? Haaren and Poland answer in their preface: “The study of history, like the study of a landscape, should begin with the most conspicuous features. Not until these have been fixed in memory will the lesser features fall into their appropriate places and assume their right proportions. In order to attract and hold the child’s attention, each conspicuous feature of history presented to him should have an individual for its center.

The child sees himself as this individual. It is not Romulus or Hercules or Caesar or Alexander that the child has in mind when he reads, but himself, acting under the prescribed conditions. Prominent educators, appreciating these truths, have long recognized the value of biography as a preparation for the study of history and have given it an important place in their scheme of studies.”

This teacher's guide accompanies the sold-separately Famous Men of Modern Times Student Guide (Item #3299) and Text (Item #3462). Full-size student pages are reproduced with the correct answers overlaid. A section of tests and test answers are also included; tests ask students to identify terms, events, quotes, and people, answer short answer questions, define vocabulary, and complete map exercises.

Grades 6-8

192 pages, softcover.

From Memoria Press.

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Complement your study of the Famous Men of Modern Times Text (sold separately - Item # 3462) with this accompanying student guide from Memoria press. Each of the thirty workbook lessons includes famous quotes, a drill of key people and places, ten vocabulary words, 5-10 comprehension questions per lesson, and an activities section that includes mapwork, timelines, discussion questions, and art projects. The program also comes with plenty of supplemental exercises, including maps, a “Who Said That?” worksheet, and drawing pages. Teacher Guide also available (sold separately - Item #12961) Grades 6-8. 192 pages, non-reproducible, softcover. Learn More

Grow plants—without dirt! Sprout seeds, put them in the seed baskets, place seed baskets in the water-filled flasks, and watch your plants climb the trellis as they grow! The Gardening Diary includes hydroponics experiments and history, including information about the Aztecs’ amazing floating gardens!

• Stimulates an interest in biology and botany
• Offers opportunity for natural discoveries
• Journaling activities encourage creativity
• This easy-start hydroponics kit helps kids learn about plant life cycles and growth, and is complete with fun, engaging journal activities Includes 2 seed baskets; 2 flasks with thermometers; and 2 trellises with rulers
• 22-Page activity journal

Ages 8-12. From Educational Insights. Learn More

Invent your own world-wise tossing games with this giant write-on/wipe-off globe. Makes it fun for kids to study geography, history, trade routes, climate and more Includes repair kit, Activity Guide, and hook for hanging display Vinyl globe measures 27" in diameter and works best with wet-erase marker. From Learning Resources. Ages 5+ Learn More

Bring history to life for students in grades 5 and up using Renaissance! This 96-page book features reading selections and assessments that utilize a variety of questioning strategies. Strategies include matching, true or false, critical thinking, and constructed response. Hands-on activities, research opportunities, and mapping exercises engage students in learning about the Renaissance. For struggling readers, the book includes a downloadable version of the reading selections at a fourth- to fifth-grade reading level. This book aligns with state, national, and Canadian provincial standards. Grades 5-8. 96 pages with download. From Carson-Dellosa. Learn More

Enhance history lessons with visual aids that keep students focused and motivated. Maps for U.S. History for grades 5 to 8+ provides clear, detailed maps that highlight historic events so that students can feel a connection between the past and present. Perfect for illustrating history lessons, this supplement enhances the learning process and keeps students’ attention. This collection ranges from early native civilizations to the wars of the nineteenth century, and so much in between! Grades 5-8. 128 Pages. From Carson-Dellosa. Learn More

Why did one of the last Anglo-Saxon kings of England leave his throne when Sweyn Forkbeard and the Vikings invaded? In less than forty years, England changed hands forever. How did the life of the boy-king Ethelred alter English history? Parents and children alike will enjoy finding out.

This Who in the World biography gives even the youngest scholars the chance to build historical knowledge by discovering the true story of Ethelred and the colorful men and women who surrounded him during his reign. Correlates to Chapter 15 of The Story of the World, Volume 2.

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Ready your courageous robots for a mission to the moon, Mars, or beyond!

With this engineering kit, you can build a remote-controlled model of a robotic rover resembling the ones used to explore Mars. Deploy your Mars rover in the backyard or sandbox and use the remote control unit to survey the uncharted terrain!

The remote can control up to three motors, which move the rover back and forth, turn the wheels to steer the rover, and control the robotic arm to pick up extraterrestrial specimens like small rocks.

This 237-piece construction set includes instructions to build not only the robot rover, but nine additional space-themed models as well, including: a lunar rover, rocket launcher car, space shuttle with opening and closing cargo bay doors, robotic space shuttle payload arm, moon lander, wacky astronaut, satellite, mars station, and cross-wing flyer.

Kids will be inspired to learn various STEM skills through these fun, hands-on construction projects that bridge two captivating interest areas: robots and outer space.

Ages 8+. From Thames & Kosmos.

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The United States Maps set contains maps of each state, Washington DC, and over a dozen maps of American History. The state maps are offered three ways for your convenience: with labels, without labels, and in outline form. Use the labeled version for simply coloring, or have your student do their own labeling! Or, get more specific by designating areas of agriculture, locations of historic landmarks, displaying reservations, and much more! Also included are over a dozen maps pertaining to the growth and changes of the Nation. From the location of various Native Tribes to the 13 Colonies, and through the expansion of the states, these maps will offer additional helps when studying America's history.

BONUS! Also included are Fact Sheets for each state for the student to fill out and color in. Teacher keys are provided, as well as a set of state flags in full color to cut out and adhere to the sheet!

The set contains PDF pages for maps and Notebook Pages, provided individually and in limited groupings for your printing convenience. These Maps are designed to accompany your studies. Tips for use are included, however no lesson text is provided. From Homeschool in the Woods.  Suggested Grades K-12.

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Take a trip through history and discover cultures at another era of time with hands-on projects and activities that drive the lessons home in a fun way! Included are 25 "Stops" that can spread across 8-12 weeks, where you will witness exciting events and meet interesting people of the Middle Ages. Topics include: Barbarian invasions, everyday Medieval life, the structure of the classes, towns & guilds, science & invention, education, the arts, church history, the castle, the Crusades, knights, vikings, battles & wars, and more! The CD includes directions and masters for over 50 projects and activities. The menu contains photo buttons, should you wish to get a good view of what a finished project can look like. Choose the projects that work best for your family! From Homeschool in the Woods. Format: CD (Mac and PC) Suggested Grade Level: 3-8 Learn More

Take a trip through history and discover cultures at another era of time with hands-on projects and activities that drive the lessons home in a fun way! Included are 25 "Stops" that can spread across 8-12 weeks, where you will witness exciting events and meet interesting people of the Renaissance & Reformation. Topics include: Everyday life, music, art, literature and drama of the Renaissance, science and invention, Reformers and their influence across Europe, wars and conflicts, Henry VIII, exploration, the Counter-Reformation, and much more! The CD includes directions and masters for over 50 projects and activities. The menu contains photo buttons, should you wish to get a good view of what a finished project can look like. Choose the projects that work best for your family! Format: CD (Mac or PC). From Homeschool in the Woods. Suggested Grade Level: 3-8.

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The Game for Little Programmers! A Fun Way to Learn to Code! The most backed board game in Kickstarter history sneakily teaches preschoolers the fundamentals of programming, from coding to functions, while making silly turtle noises! Before you know it, your little one will be writing computer games rather than just playing them! Ages: 4 and up. Players: 2 - 5. Features: •Game Board •4 Robot Turtle Tiles •4 Jewel Tiles •36 Obstacle Tiles •4 Bug Tiles •4 Code Card Decks (44 Cards Each) Learn More

Engage your grade 6+ students in thinking skills practice with Critical and Creative Thinking Activities!140+ pages of fun, imaginative activities motivate students as they practice thinking in multiple ways about a variety of curriculum and theme-based topics. 46 theme-based units make it easy to find activities that fit your core curriculum: •Places: In My Room, At the Dinner Table, Outer Space, In the Wilderness, Eating Out, At the Movies, At the Mall, U.S. Landmarks, On the Bus, Mythical Worlds •Nature in Action: Rivers and Streams, Rough Weather, Sharks, Bats, Arachnids, Predators and Prey, So Cute!, Reptiles •History and Beyond: Ancient Egypt, The Middle Ages, When in Rome, Pioneer Days, Into the Future •Technology: The Internet, Cell Phones, From Here to There, Robots, Invention Convention •Things I Use: Clocks and Calendars, My Clothes, Say Cheese!, Numbers, Glue and Tape, Video Games, Maps and Globes •In My World: Tunes, Surprise!, Super Size It, Friends, Holidays, Planet Earth, Nighttime, My Birthday, Bells and Whistles, Now You're Cookin', Leaders and Followers. From Evan-Moor. Learn More

Spectrum Geography: Regions of the U.S.A. for students in grade 4 strengthens geography skills by focusing on types of regions, canals and tributaries, natural and human events, map skills, and more. Spectrum Geography helps young learners improve and strengthen their geography skills like never before! Each book features easy-to-understand directions, full-color illustrations, maps, and perforated pages for easy removal. It is aligned to national and state standards and also includes a complete answer key. Learn More